The feisty blonde sure made an entrance when she strutted into the villa in that eye-catching neon pink bikini and gold choker.

She was the very first islander to couple-up, choosing Essex boy Jonathan Clark, and the pair made it right the way through to the final.

The Love Island finalists didn’t make it very long back in the ‘real’ world, ultimately calling time on their relationship.

Three years may have gone by, but we’ve continued to keep an eye on Hannah’s Instagram – largely because we’re always on the lookout for some bouncy blow dry inspiration – and we couldn’t help but notice that she seems to have switched up her signature look.

Sharing a snap from Chloe’s Beauty Bar in Essex (yup, it sure is the one owned by TOWIE’s Chloe Sims, in case you were wondering) the LI lady boasted a blunt blonde lob.

If you’re a Big Brother fan then you’re sure to remember Kinga Karolczak.

Proving to be one of the most controversial contestants to walk through the doors of the BB house – need we remind you of that, er, wine bottle incident? – Kinga came fourth in series six of the reality gameshow.

The former housemate made appearances on a number of TV shows after her explosive stint in the house, including spin-off shows Big Brother’s Little Brother and Big Brother’s Big Mouth, as well as The Charlotte Church Show and The Sunday Night Project.

In 2011 Kinga also tried her hand at cooking, taking part in a Royal Wedding special of Channel 4’s Come Dine With Me.

After breaking up with Love Island girlfriend Gabby Allen, the reality star was then forced to admit he’s not exactly been very well behaved.

And by that, we mean he supposedly cheated whilst on holiday with her. Not cool.

Unfortunately, things have just got a whole lot worse for Marcel as he’s reportedly been dropped from a potential job on Celebs Go Dating.

Yup, apparently the former Blazin’ Squad star almost bagged himself a role on the hit E4 show alongside relationship expert Nadia Essex following Eden Blackman’s shock exit.

‘The team at Celebs Go Dating thought Marcel would be a perfect fit for the show and would be the ideal person to give the celebs some advice’, a source told The Sun.

‘Marcel was in talks with producers but when it came out that he had been cheated on Gabby, he was quickly dropped.’

It’s no surprise that 32-year-old Marcel was lined-up to join the matchmaking show after he became the villa’s very own ‘Love Doctor’ last year, offering advice to his fellow islanders throughout the series.

And the former rapper even released a book called Dr. Marcel’s Little Book of Big Love immediately after leaving the show.

But it looks like Marcel didn’t exactly follow his own advice, and after nine months with his girlfriend Gabby, 26, the pair called it quits following speculation that he slept with another woman during their romantic getaway to Mexico.

Confirming the reason behind the shock break-up, telly star Marcel released a statement which read: ‘Sadly the rumours are true, Gabby and Marcel have split up.

‘Marcel can’t really defend his actions as he knows he did wrong and will regret it forever.

‘Marcel is upset that he broke the heart of someone he loves and someone that he shared so many special moments with, but with all the good times there are difficult times, and sadly Marcel and Gabby had been in a bad place at this stage.

‘Gabby was a special part of my Marcel’s life, and he hopes one day she can find it in herself to forgive him.’

]]>7 Of The Best Small Festivals In Britainhttp://www.look.co.uk/list-for-life/uk-festivals-214610
Thu, 24 May 2018 09:00:00 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/news/uk-festivals-214610From Hertfordshire to North Wales...

The music festival is somewhat of a British institution, and no summer is complete without a trip to a muddy …Continue reading »

The music festival is somewhat of a British institution, and no summer is complete without a trip to a muddy field with your mates.

While established festivals such as Glastonbury, Bestival or V Festival may book the biggest bands and pull in the biggest crowds, the UK festival calendar is full of smaller, quirkier offerings that also happen to be much more affordable.

Looking to mix it up this year? These are our favourite alternative festivals for 2018. Bring on summer…

Why? Billed as ‘the most rambunctious Garden Féte’, it comes complete with vintage fairground, woodland silent disco and a secret gin garden (omg!). If that all gets a bit too much, there’s always the hot tubs to bring you some R&R. It all sounds totally dreamy.

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Where? The charming village of Portmerion, North Wales

When? 6-9 September

Why? The spectacular location is what really makes this festival special. The festival is staged throughout Portmerion (an Italian style village), the surrounding woodlands and a beautiful stretch of beach. Expect all things weird and the wonderful.

Why? The most glamorous festival of the summer, this black-tie affair features Michelin-starred food and entertainment, with top comedians, artists and musicians setting up stage. Sip champers as you watch guests arrive by boat and take in the beautiful surrounds, this year transformed with a Great Gatsby theme. And you’ll want to stick around for the spectacular fireworks that close each night.

Who’s playing? Rita Ora opens with her biggest hits, while this year’s headline act is none other than the legendary Grace Jones. Nile Rodgers and Chic will certainly liven up the crowd, and Ronnie Scott’s Big Band will give jazz fans a treat.

Why? Priding itself on being non-commercial and sponsorship free, this alternative event is much more affordable than some of the bigger name festivals. This festival is all about the music and offers over 80 new and underground acts from the worlds of rock and indie.

Who’s playing? At The Drive In, Frightened Rabbit, Enter Shikari and Hell Is For Heroes.

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Where? Belgrave Woods, Hertfordshire

When? 5-8 July

Why? Set within a woodland scape of cinder trees, the 6,000-capacity festival is back-to-nature-boutique. Strings of fairy lights decorate the hammocks and chill-out areas, creating little pockets of warmth in the woods. Plus, in between acts you can try the hot tubs for full-on lounge vibes.

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Where? Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire

When? 19-22 July

Why? In the space where art, music and science meet sits Bluedot festival, set against a backdrop of the Lovell Telescope. There’s the robot workshops, a planetarium, the Galaxy Garden to keep you entertained between bands. And this year, you’ll get the chance to watch The Blue Planet in concert.

]]>The One Thing You Might Have Missed About The Royal Weddinghttp://www.look.co.uk/news/meghan-markle-tribute-diana-wedding-dress-609779
Thu, 24 May 2018 08:29:22 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=609779Did you know that Meghan Markle sewed this tribute to Diana into her wedding dress...?

From the editors of Marie Claire Prince Harry and Meghan Markle married on Saturday in a touching (and star-studded) ceremony at …Continue reading »

But while there were royal wedding guests in attendance and a Pinterest-worthy reception, it wasn’t either of those that got the world talking this week.

Public interest has instead surrounded two key topics: Meghan Markle’s wedding dress and the official wedding photos, both of which have recently been announced to include subtle nods to Princess Diana.

Firstly there was Prince Harry’s tribute to his late mother Princess Diana, sitting on the same sofa for the official photographs that she did for his christening portraits.

Then came Meghan Markle’s nod to her late mother-in-law.

Meghan carried white roses and forget-me-nots in her bouquet as a tribute to Diana and wore her iconic turquoise ring to the royal wedding party – but it wasn’t either of those nods that really made news.

Instead it was a hidden tribute to Diana, sewn into Meghan Markle’s gown.

That’s right, Meghan reportedly got her ‘something blue’ from Princess Diana, sewing a blue ribbon that the Princess of Wales had worn into her wedding dress.

In fact, it turned out that this has actually become something of a tradition, with Kate Middleton also reportedly sewing the same blue ribbon into her wedding dress for her 2011 wedding to Prince William.

What a lovely way to make sure that Princess Diana is part of her sons’ weddings.

]]>Apparently, This Is The Ideal Time To Wait Before Getting Engagedhttp://www.look.co.uk/list-for-life/perfect-time-to-get-engaged-606122
Wed, 23 May 2018 17:51:52 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=606122Some of you may be planning a wedding sooner than you thought...

But according to new research from jewellery experts F.Hinds, there actually could be a perfect time to wait. And that is… 1 year 8 months and 3 days.

Very precise, eh?

They worked this out by looking at proposal expectations across the UK, as well as the quickest, slowest and ‘pushiest’ cities.

It seems the younger generation are in no rush to put a ring on it compared to their older peers, with a strong correlation between age and length of relationship. Less than 1 in 10 under 35s said they would want to be engaged within a year of meeting, compared to 1 in 3 over 65s.

And while under 24s wait on average 2 years 2 months to say ‘I do’, over 65s prefer to marry within just 16 months of meeting.

Belfast is the quickest city to get engaged, with 44% of people getting down on one knee within a year of meeting (compared to just 4% in Nottingham). London was at the other end of the scale, with 1 in 3 people preferring to wait more than 4 years.

For those wanting their partner to hurry up and ask, you aren’t alone. 42% of Brits admit to regularly dropping marriage hints to their partner, with the younger generation (25-34s) the most likely (50%).

Wales came out as the ‘pushiest’, with women nearly twice as likely (41%) to regularly drop hints than those residing in Scotland (23%).

Hmm. While this is all very interesting, we’re not suggesting that those in Belfast rush out and buy a ring in a panic. Because as we said, each couple is different – and some never want to marry at all.

But for those who’ve been in a relationship for 1 year 8 months… maybe be prepared?

]]>Scottish Staycation Destinations That Look Like They Could Be Abroadhttp://www.look.co.uk/hey-busy-girl/travel/scottish-staycation-destinations-609740
Wed, 23 May 2018 15:40:41 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=609740A gorgeous coastline, majestic mountains and the Northern Lights, all a train ride away

A gorgeous coastline, majestic mountains and the Northern Lights, all a train ride away

We don’t know about you, but our Instagram feed is approximately 50% travel photos. Within 30 seconds of opening the app, we’ll see a snapshot of an exotic beach, rolling country hills or a quaint fishing village.

Don’t get us wrong, they’re gorgeous – and aspirational content is what Instagram is for. But we can’t help feeling a touch of FOMO when we don’t have a holiday of our own in the pipeline.

Luckily, you don’t need to travel overseas to find photogenic destinations. VisitScotland has reminded us that the UK is full of stunning sights of its own.

Need proof? They’ve compiled a list of Scottish landmarks that bear an uncanny resemblance to international tourist traps. Your followers will be desperate to know where you are, and you’ll be all the more smug when you reveal you just had to hop on a train to get there.

]]>The Staircase Is Netflix’s New True Crime Series That You’ll Want To Bingehttp://www.look.co.uk/news/the-staircase-series-netflix-609720
Wed, 23 May 2018 13:09:09 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=609720With three brand new episodes added to the original documentary...

If you fancy yourself as a bit of an armchair detective and became obsessed with Making A Murderer – and, …Continue reading »

If you fancy yourself as a bit of an armchair detective and became obsessed with Making A Murderer – and, of course, all of the internet theories and ‘new evidence’ that came to light as a result of the documentary – we’ve got a new one for you to sink your teeth into.

The Staircase, which was first released in the US back in 2004, has become the latest to be picked up by Netflix. As part of a 13-part Netflix Original Series, three brand new episodes will be added to accompany the first documentary.

The docuseries follows the 2001 case of crime novelist Michael Peterson, who dialled the emergency services to report that his wife had fallen down the stairs. When her injuries were not found to be consistent with an accidental fall, Peterson was arrested on suspicion of murder.

Director Jean-Xavier de Lestrade was then given complete access to the case, and followed the whole process from Peterson’s initial arrest to his trial and ultimate conviction.

With access to his family, his defence team and the prosecutors, the series is sure to give a full picture of what happened – and the evidence used – during his original trial.

Revisiting a theme that was prevalent in Making A Murderer, which went viral after hitting Netflix in 2015, The Staircase explores the question of how just the American justice system really is. In the trailer, Peterson alleges that they ‘lied’ and ‘cheated’ in order to convict him.

Peterson was ultimately found guilty and sentenced to life in prison, however he was released in 2011 after it came to light that there were problems with a prosecution witness and lab work used in the case. He was granted a new trial.

Adding to the story initially shown on television in 2004, the three additional episodes of The Staircase will focus on everything that happened after his original conviction.

All thirteen episodes of The Staircase will be available to watch on Netflix from the 8th of June.

Promising a ‘new twist with every step’, it is sure to be a gripping and binge-worthy watch. We’re counting down the days…

]]>Love Island 2018: Absolutely Everything You Need To Knowhttp://www.look.co.uk/news/love-island-2018-607693
Wed, 23 May 2018 13:00:00 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=607693Here's absolutely everything you need to know - from when it starts, to the 2018 contestants...

Love Island 2018 is just around the corner – and to say that we’re excited is a MAJOR understatement. We’re …Continue reading »

Love Island 2018: The Teaser

Love Island 2018: The Advert

THINGS ARE ABOUT TO GET TURBULENT, GUYS…

Love Island 2018: The Contestants

As always, this is going to remain TOP SECRET until just before the show kicks off on ITV2.

But we can tell you that we caught up with host Caroline Flack recently, and she let us in on a secret. ‘Aesthetically, we have got some absolute bombshells this year… both girls and guys,’ she revealed.

Eek!

It would have been pretty tough to bag a place in the 2018 villa, thanks to the success of the last two series.

Gabby and Marcel became boyfriend and girlfriend in 2017’s Love Island villa, but have now split

She dropped some BIG clues that she is coming back for 2018, and it was later confirmed by ITV.

In fact, she has even confirmed the return of the Love Island spin-off show Aftersun, which gives the host a chance to catch-up with islanders after they have left the villa. For the most obsessed amongst us, it’s also always a good opportunity to find out the goss’ once the cameras have stopped rolling (we’re looking at you, Jess and Mike).

There are all sorts of rumours doing the rounds about how the ITV producers might shake things up this year, but we’ll be over here waiting to find out if any of them are true…

]]>One Habit Will Be Banned From The Love Island Villa This Yearhttp://www.look.co.uk/news/smoking-banned-love-island-609700
Wed, 23 May 2018 11:09:19 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=609700This could change everything...

Love Island 2018 is right around the corner, and we’re getting more excited by the day. Caroline Flack just revealed …Continue reading »

Located atop the iconic Oxford Street department store, Selfridges’ rooftop features a constant run of exciting pop-up concepts. They’ve now partnered with independent Italian restaurant brand San Carlo to bring us the beautiful Alto.

You enter through an evergreen walkway, before emerging into a garden complete with verdant overhead foliage and citrus trees. Guests can choose to dine either in the restaurant or al fresco on the sun terrace.

When it comes to the menu, mouth-watering offerings include truffle and pecorino ravioli, basil and prawn risotto and sumptuous gelato. The service is also superb, which wonderfully tops off the luxury experience.

This open air bar also has a pergola, so you can spend time outside whatever the weather.

Housed within a converted Victorian warehouse, the summer menu offers a slice of the Mediterranean. Think grilled meats and fish, fresh and simple salads and southern French delicacies like olives, tapenade and charcuterie.

Jacqueline – who shares three-year-old daughter Ella with Dan – is due to give birth to their second child together very soon.

It’s been claimed that the former EastEnders star has been spending lots of time with her family in recent weeks.

Dan appeared to deny his recent comments on Twitter on Sunday when he posted: ‘Apparently I’ve done an ‘exclusive interview’.. I haven’t done an interview with anyone about anything, let alone my private life… getting boring now people.’

Meanwhile Jacqueline is focusing on being a mum to Ella as well as preparing for the new arrival, though admitted to Now earlier this month that having her relationship discussed so publicly can be tough at times.

‘It’s not the best but I’m so used to it,’ she explained. ‘It comes with the territory now. When you know what’s going on deep down and you know the truth, it’s easier to brush off and ignore.’

Just days earlier Jacqueline and Dan had sparked hopes of a reconciliation when they were spotted on a day out together with their dog Storm.

A friend told The Sun Online: ‘Everyone is hoping they will be able to get through this.

]]>13 Signs The Guy You’re Seeing Is A Complete And Utter F*ckboyhttp://www.look.co.uk/list-for-life/signs-youre-dating-a-fuckboy-606270
Wed, 23 May 2018 08:06:50 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=606270You don't need this kind of negativity in your life

If you’re dating a f*ckboy, get out ASAP. He’ll never commit, he’ll probably make you cry and you’ll be annoyed you spent so much time with him when you could’ve been out there living your life.

If you’re not sure whether the guy you’re seeing is a total f*ckboy or not, we’ve pulled together a list of the warning signs. Trust us, you’ll thank us later…

1) He won’t put a label on it

He’ll fob you off for as long as possible, so if it all goes wrong he can just say you were ‘never really together’. This means he gets the best of both worlds, staying single while enjoying the perks of having a girlfriend.

2) You haven’t met his friends

And if you have, they probably aren’t that interested in getting to know you. Because they’re used to him having a girl on the go at all times.

]]>Wait, Was Malin Andersson In Series ONE Of Love Island As Well?http://www.look.co.uk/news/malin-andersson-series-one-love-island-535660
Wed, 23 May 2018 08:00:31 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=535660Yup. Ma' actually made an appearance on the ITV2 show in series one...

It looks like Ma' might have made an appearance on the ITV2 show a year ago...

]]>Love Island 2015: Where Are The Couples Now?http://www.look.co.uk/news/love-island-2015-contestants-now-226902
Tue, 22 May 2018 17:01:45 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/news/love-island-2015-contestants-now-226902Love Island is set to come back to our screens this summer. But we look back at some of the best contestants from 2015...

Love Island is set to come back to our screens this summer. But we look back at some of the best contestants from 2015...

]]>Love Island is set to come back to our screens this summer. But we look back at some of the best contestants from 2015...

It was a long, hot summer – yup, we really did just quote that famous Caroline Flack line – and we watched on as a line-up of buff, bronzed singletons entered a villa in the Majorca sun, looking for love.

There were tears, tantrums, declarations of love, fall-outs, a meet-the-parents and even an engagement.

With the popular series going from strength-to-strength, we couldn’t resist the opportunity to look back on some of our favourite characters – and couples – from 2015, and to see what they’re up to now.

So, are any of them still together…?

Jonathan Clark and Hannah Elizabeth

Hannah Elizabeth and Jon Clark made their relationship official during series one of Love Island

It’s safe to say that this larger-than-life duo captured the hearts of audiences across the country.

Starting things off with a bang, JB and Hannah Elizabeth were the first couple to pair up on day one.

Although they stayed loyal to one another ’til the end (because, obvs, they made it to the final) their path to true love did NOT run smoothly.

They argued a lot, but also had the most heartwarming kiss-and-make-up conversations. And we’re still not over the time that Jon told her that she made him ‘feel like a rainbow’.

The young couple even got engaged on national television.

OUR HEARTS.

Sadly, their romance didn’t last outside of the villa, with the pair splitting up following an argument on holiday.

Now, Jon is starring in The Only Way Is Essex, and Hannah is still modeling and has a new man.

Jessica Hayes and Max Morley (the Love Island 2015 winners)

Jess Hayes was the underdog throughout the ITV2 series. She had quite a few rows, but became one of the most-loved girls in there, probably because she was so relatable. We’ve all been there, right?

She had rivalry with Naomi Ball, but Max eventually chose her and asked her to be his girlfriend. N’aw.

They ended up beating Hannah and Jon to the winning spot.

Max and Jess continued their romance for a while, but eventually split up.

It seems that Jessica is now dating someone else, whilst Max has taken part in other reality shows such as Ex On The Beach.

Joshua Ritchie on Love Island 2015

Josh is currently dating Charlotte Crosby and appearing in her MTV series The Charlotte Show. But he actually first found reality TV fame on 2015’s reboot of Love Island before also heading onto Ex On The Beach.

He failed to find true romance with Jess and Naomi in the LI villa, so ended up coupling-up with Lauren Richardson.

The definition of friendship goals, we loved to watch Lauren and Josh during the first series of the show – and so, it seems, did everyone else, as they made it to third place.

#SquadGoals.

Jordan Ring (Hulk) and Zoe Brown

Come on. We ALL remember that ‘spider’ scene don’t we…?

There was a lot of drama when he decided to couple-up with newbie Daisy, but Jordan finally realised it was model Zoe that he wanted to be with.

They didn’t make it to the final, but did make it offish whilst in the villa.

The couple have broken up since the show ended, with Zoe telling her social media followers: ‘To all those who have asked Hulk and I are no longer together. Thanks so much for all your kind comments and messages throughout, wish him all the best #onwardsandupwards.’

Where is Omar Sultani now?

Oh, Omar.

He didn’t have an easy time in the villa, and was eventually dumped. Sad times.

Both Omar and his confidence were two of our fave islanders at the time…

And he’s definitely become a fan, tweeting along to the more recent Love Island series.

What happened to Naomi Ball after Love Island?

As with most new islanders, Naomi was put on the island to cause dramz. And she sure delivered.

The blonde beauty coupled up with Josh Ritchie (stealing him from Jess, with explosive results), before going on to dump him for Max Morley (who was also linked to Jess).

Since leaving the show, she sparked rumours of a reconciliation with Josh after a cryptic Instagram picture, and also attended a premiere with Max (but just as friends).

Luis Morrison and Cally Jane Beech

A former professional footballer, Luis certainly got the attention of the ladies when he entered on day one.

Sadly, nothing was really working out for him… Until former flame Cally Jane Beech entered the villa.

The pair have been together ever since (aside from a short ‘split’, according to reports) and have also welcomed a baby girl.

When Love Islandreturned to our screens after years away, we thought all our dreams had come true.

But now, it’s been announced Channel 4 are planning a reboot of noughties cult reality show Shipwrecked – which dumped loads of good-looking people in bikinis on a remote desert island to fend for themselves.

Yup. Shipwrecked is set to welcome a new group of Tigers and Sharks and, according to the application ad, wants ‘people who are totally EXTRA, have strong opinions, and the ability to hold their own during the experience of a LIFETIME.’

It also promises: ‘You’ll make friends, memories, and possibly a bucket load of cash… All while you tan to perfection!’

So if this sounds like you, you’re aged 18-30 and you’d like a free trip to a paradise island (seriously, just sign us up already), you can apply here.

Jeff Brazier came to fame on Shipwrecked

News of the comeback was first announced when a TV insider told The Sun: ‘Lots of people have fond memories of watching Shipwrecked in their youth and dreaming about joining the fun in paradise.

‘Now Channel 4 have decided to give millennials the same experience, after Love Island proved sun-kissed hunks and beauties frolicking in a tropical setting can result in huge ratings.

‘While there have been similar shows recently, like The Island and Mission Survive, they are all about making people miserable by forcing them to fight for their lives in the wild.

‘On Shipwrecked, the biggest hardship the castaways faced was getting tan lines. It should go down well with the snowflake generation.’

Sarah-Jane Crawford appeared on the third series

Shipwrecked launched on Channel 4 back in 2000 and ran for three series before going off air in late 2001. However, in 2006, it returned with a ‘battle of the islands’ format where two different teams competed to recruit newcomers in a bid to be the largest group and take home up to £100,000 in prize money.

In total, Shipwrecked ran for eight series, with a final ‘back to basics’ edition on E4 in 2012, when the T4 brand was axed.

It saw the first ever TV appearances from Jeff Brazier and Sarah-Jane Crawford in series three of the show, as well as Stephen Bear in series eight, and Big Brother’s Mark Byron in series seven.

From Amal Clooney and Victoria Beckham to James Blunt and Oprah, the list of royal wedding guests was Met Gala-worthy. There was a sea of US TV stars also in attendance, including Meghan’s former Suits co-stars.

After the ceremony, Suits actor Patrick J. Adams caused a social media storm when he called out a body-shamer in a very public way.

The 36-year-old actor was criticised after sharing an unflattering photo of a woman who insulted his ‘chunky’ appearance at the royal wedding on Saturday, alongside the following caption:

‘She reads her paper. See’s picture of me and Troian from wedding. “My God. What a terrible photo of you.” I look over. “Really, I kind of like that photo. What do you think is wrong with it?” She pauses. “Well, you’re just so…chunky.” She laughs and falls asleep. I photograph her sleeping. And … scene. #royal wedding.’

A post shared by Patrick Adams (@halfadams) on May 19, 2018 at 9:21am PDT

After the social media backlash that followed, the actor returned to social media to release a statement about the incident.

‘Yesterday I posted a photo of a woman who did some casual body shaming of my wife and I in the airport,’ he explained. ‘My intention was solely to put a face to the people who think that sort of glancing commentary is necessary, helpful or funny. Some of the comments on the post instead said I was being a bully and should have taken the “high road” (some also doubled down on the body shaming. Thumbs up guys!)’.

He continued: ‘I thought it over and agreed and took it down, not because I felt the woman was right or fair or undeserving of being called out but because any sense of being a bully or lashing out felt wrong.

A post shared by Patrick Adams (@halfadams) on May 21, 2018 at 9:33am PDT

‘So I’ll comment here. I’m no bully. What that woman said to us was offensive and unnecessary but I should have told her she was rude and out of line and left it at that. I’m sorry I didn’t. I was too shocked and annoyed and Canadian – so I avoided the confrontation. Again, I’m sorry. Now if you see the original post on any media outlet just know that they are choosing to take a relatively small indiscretion and make it worse. Not for me. Because I promise you once I hit post on this message it will be out of my mind forever. But it will make whatever bullying or embarrassment I might have caused for that woman far worse for a far wider audience.’

He continued: ‘Now – this has obviously taken up far too much of our time and of the precious internet space that we need so much. Sorry about that. But let’s just finish with a quick summary. 1. Don’t talk sh*t about the way people look. You have no idea what’s going on with them and your commentary will always make their day worse not better. 2. If someone does. Don’t use the internet to settle scores. Tell them right to their face and in public that they’re part of the problem and not the solution. 3. Believe pretty much nothing you read in magazines. Good or bad. The machinery runs on misfortune and oversimplification. 4. Be cool to yourself and others at every opportunity. Life is too short for all of this. Thx [sic] for reading. Now back to our lives…’

Well, that’s something we didn’t expect to come out of the royal wedding.

]]>EXCLUSIVE: Caroline Flack Reveals All About Her Collection And Her Engagementhttp://www.look.co.uk/fashion/exclusive-caroline-flack-reveals-609571
Tue, 22 May 2018 13:02:18 +0000http://www.look.co.uk/?p=609571The Love Island presenter tells us all about the new show, her recent engagement and her brand new high street collection in an exclusive interview with LOOK...

Photography: Carla Guler @carlaguler Styling: Harriet Davey @harriet.davey The gorgeous Caroline Flack has had us all lusting over those locks …Continue reading »

The gorgeous Caroline Flack has had us all lusting over those locks and all-year-round tan for years, and now we can finally find out all her holiday tips, and then some.

We caught up with the Love Island leading lady to find out all the goss about her latest venture; her very own collection with high street hotties, River Island.

T-shirt, £28, Caroline Flack x River Island

The 19 piece collection is the capsule edit every girl will want to take on their summer vacay. And believe us when we say, you’ll want all of it.

We’ve featured the collection in an exclusive shoot and interview in this week’s LOOK magazine, and this is the sneak peek you all deserve…

Hey Caroline, congratulations on your new River Island collection! What’s your favourite piece?
Thank you! For me, it’s all about the pink kimono. I’m actually very self-conscious, especially on the first day of a holiday, so it’s good to throw on over a bikini.

Shoes, £55, Caroline Flack x River Island

What makes you feel most confident on the beach?
Having a good tan; I always bronze-up beforehand. That, and a good haircut always makes me feel more confident. I love holiday hair. I always put in Bleach London’s Swamp Salt Spray and it just gives me that beachy look without any effort.

Congratulations on your recent engagement. How shocked were you at Andrew’s proposal?
I knew we had something really different and special, so while I was shocked, I also wasn’t at the same time. We’d talked about it in the past but it was always in jest. He proposed at home when I was in my pyjamas, it was so cute. I had already seen the vintage ring I liked and pointed it out to him, never thinking it would be my engagement ring, but he remembered and got it for me. We already had a holiday to Santorini booked so it turned into an engagement celebration. I didn’t realise it was the basically most romantic island in the world!

Kimono, £80, Caroline Flack x River Island

Love Island kicks off again on the 4th of June. What’s your day-to-day like when you’re presenting the show?
It’s the best job because you never have early starts. We don’t go on-set until 3pm so I have the day off to sit by the pool and have lunch. Then I’ll have hair and make up done and then we go and sit on-site. It really is a nice relaxing job until you start working in the evening. I make sure to fly back and forth so I still get to see my friends and family, too.

How did you feel when Love Island won a BAFTA?
We were over the moon just to get nominated. We even had a Love Island nomination party to celebrate, so to win the BAFTA was just incredible. It was such a special evening; I’m not over it yet. When I got home my fiancée had put music on, lit candles and had wine waiting to celebrate – it was so romantic. This is the craziest, but the best year of my life.

Grab this week’s LOOK magazine to see the full interview and shoot and shop Caroline’s River Island collection in-store and online from the 30th May.

Thanks to Instagram, we all want to holiday like a travel influencer. We’re looking for tranquil stretches of empty beach, impeccably-presented meals and deluxe 5* hotels.

But sadly, we don’t always have the funds to support such lavish trips.

Luckily, there is a way to make luxury accommodation more affordable. Skyscanner has pulled together a few hacks to help you bed down in style…

1) Scan the internet for ‘soft openings’

When hotels throw open their doors for the first time, they often have a few creases to iron out. The swimming pool might not be ready, the hotel might not have its alcohol licence or the service might be a bit iffy while new staff learn the ropes. The upside of this is much lower room rates – but only for a limited time. The big chains such as Anantara, Hilton and Alila Hotels & Resorts are always opening new hotels, so make sure you sign up to their mailing lists for special offers. For now, keep an eye on Meliá Hotels. It has two new hotels opening at the end of the year, Desert Palm Polo Club & Resort in Dubai and Sol Marrakech in Morocco. There’s also Chablé Maroma, a jungle-encased beach resort opening in Mexico late 2018, and in 2019 Ace Hotel Kyoto will be welcoming guests.

2) Try an alternative destination

To get more bang for your hotel buck, try a less fashionable destination. As in any business, the price of a 5* hotel room follows the laws of supply and demand, so if you choose Montenegro instead of the Côte d’Azur, or Trieste instead of Venice, you’ll get a better deal. Dreaming of a Californian road trip? For equally amazing coastal highway views, Why not try Cape Cod instead? A night at the Ventana Big Sur on California’s fabled Highway 1 costs £1,225 on 5 September, whereas the same night at the Wequassett Resort & Golf Club (set on Cape Cod’s elbow, above a sheltered beach) can be had for £385.

3) Travel off-season

Sometimes you can enjoy 5* pampering for half the cost if you go ‘off-season’. The destination will be less crowded and more relaxed, too. For example, Switzerland in summer. You might not be able to ski, but you can mountain bike, hike, have a picnic next to a waterfall and relax in some stellar spas. The price differences speak for themselves. A room at the luxurious art-filled Alpina Gstaad in Switzerland on 11 July costs £398, while in high season (Christmas, New Year and mid-February) you’ll be spending more than £600 a night.

4) Eat out

Steer clear of the hotel’s restaurant (and room service) and you’ll make the final bill more manageable. Instead, research the neighbourhood before you arrive and make a hit-list of more affordable restaurants and cafés – especially ones that are popular with locals. For example, the glittering Four Seasons George V in Paris is home to Le Cinq, one of the city’s best restaurants. It’s a place of pilgrimage for foodies, but its foie gras starter will set you back €85. Meanwhile up the road at the Relais d’Entrecote – a traditional bistro with Parisian-red awnings – starters can be had €6.50. And if you want the luxury that comes from being served by George V’s beautifully-trained staff, why not treat yourself to a pot of tea or a soft drink in the hotel’s La Galerie lounge? It’s the beating heart of the hotel.

5) Make the most of the freebies

5* hotels aren’t just for sleeping. You want to soak up as much of the atmosphere/service/facilities as possible without spending extra, and one of the surest ways to do this is to head to the spa. There’s no need to book an expensive treatment, just wander down in your hotel slippers and enjoy a swim or a spell in the steam room – it won’t cost you a penny. Make the most of the unlimited mineral water, dried fruit and fashion magazines in the relaxation areas too – and before you go, slather on some of the free lotions and potions. At the new Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, there’s a large counter of La Prairie testers in the spa’s lobby, plus free SPF50 dispensers in the changing rooms.

6) Pivot to a different type of hotel

If it’s ultra-chic design details that turn you on, you needn’t splash out on a 5* hotel. Hipster chains such as Sister City, Mama Shelter and Roam provide dapper digs full of inspiring touches – especially in their buzzing public areas. It’s also worth bearing in mind that some flashy hotels have smaller satellite hotels nearby at more affordable prices. For example, just across the road from the all-singing all-dancing Hotel Faena in Miami (£303 for a night on 7 September) sits Casa Faena, Hotel Faena’s little sister, which has an arty Cuban-style feel and 13 beautiful rooms (£170 on the same night). Finally, don’t overlook the odd luxury B&B – especially if it’s the quality of the bedroom that matters most. Sometimes, they’re more spoiling than a five-star suite.

7) Fill the minibar with your own treats

One of the best things about staying in a 5* hotel is lounging around your room in a dressing gown à la Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. But indulging in snacks from the mini-bar will send your bill skyrocketing. Instead, clear some space in the fridge and store your own shop-bought drinks and snacks. Hey presto, a lavish night in and nothing extra to pay. Bear in mind that some hotels use weighted fridges, which take note if you remove items. So tell reception what you’re going to do, and put the mini-bar items back afterwards. Then check the bill to make sure you haven’t been charged.